Linda and Lina were momentarily stunned, their attention drawn to the door in unison.Nicholas stood there, wearing a harmless smile. He had been pacing outside his daughter's room for a while, even before Linda brought the tray upstairs. He was concerned that his daughter hadn't eaten and was in a bad mood. The fear of losing the daughter they had worked so hard to find haunted him.However, he didn't know how to approach her. He was a father, a man, and there were certain things that girls might not want to discuss with a man.While he had been hesitating, he saw Linda going upstairs, so he quickly hid to the side. After Linda knocked on the door and entered, he sneaked half of his body out and peeked inside, straining his ears to listen.But the more he listened, the more something seemed off. Why were these two crying so much?Anxious, Nicholas knocked on the door and walked over, pretending to be passing by."Oh... I was about to go to the study." He smiled. "I just happened
On the other side…When Abigail arrived at the hospital, she learned that Jackie had already arranged for a private doctor who had been waiting for her.Jacob carried her discreetly through a passage to reach the consultation room.Abigail's ankle wasn't seriously injured and only required a few days of rest and medication. However, her immediate concern was her shooting schedule.The nurse replied, "Ms. Fox, scenes that require you to stand cannot be filmed, but those where you can sit or lie down and deliver lines are fine."The doctor frowned and advised, "With your foot injured like this, you shouldn't even consider filming. You need to focus on recovering first.""But I can't keep the entire crew waiting for me!" Abigail worriedly took out her phone and called Jackie. To her surprise, her usually attentive agent started to stutter, "Um... Abigail, the van's maintenance isn't completed yet... Oh, no, it needs major repairs and will take at least a week!""What?" Abigail wide
However, the place Jacob's hand had landed and was blocking…Abigail looked down, and Jacob realized something at that moment—his hand was touching her chest!"Ahh, sorry, sorry!" Jacob exclaimed, sweating from the shock. He quickly retracted his hand as if he had been electrocuted.'Oh no! I am doomed!' he thought.He had touched her there out of panic. Would Abigail think he was an experienced pervert?He shut his eyes in embarrassment, wanting to disappear. He wished he could bury himself in a hole."I-I'm alright," Abigail said, blushing. She couldn't hide the smile on her face.At the same time, Abigail looked up and noticed a woman running over through the window. She realized it was Gia.'So, it was Gia who stopped the car?' she thought.Abigail bit her lip as the moment of happiness of being 'intimate' with Jacob was gone. She crossed her arms, regaining her intimidating, arrogant face. She was ready to fight.But what was she fighting for? Gia was his official girlfr
“I…"Gia was unable to answer Jacob's question.Meanwhile, Tobias caught up with her."Hey, are you ditching me? I have a big wound on my head. They're removing the stitches today, and you're ditching me?" he angrily questioned Gia.Panicked, Gia looked around. Tobias' head was still wrapped in gauze, but he could speak more clearly now. He limped to the car and looked at the luxurious Mercedes G-Class before glancing inside.Jacob frowned and rolled up the window on Abigail's side right away. He got her to put on sunglasses and a cap before stepping out of the car. There was mockery and disdain in his eyes as he looked at Tobias.Jacob chuckled. "Are you not going to introduce us, Gia?" Tobias also looked at Gia. "Wait, you guys know each other?"Gia hesitated for a moment before answering. "H-He's Jacob, my boyfriend. And this is Mr. Tobias Chambers, the project manager from the Thompson Group's film studio.""Mr. Chambers?" Jacob revealed a cryptic smile and extended his h
"Sir, what you said is quite interesting!" The cold voice dripped with mockery. "We're a proper foreign corporation. How could we possibly do something that violates Centrolis' law?""Oh, no, that's not what I meant! Hello?"The person on the other end had already hung up before Tobias could continue.-On the other side of the phone.Aurelia was dressed in a bright blue dress. She lazily put down the phone and smiled mischievously at Zuko and Lina."This voice changer is amazing!" she exclaimed. "It changed my voice to a man's!""Your acting skills are superb, Aunt Aurelia!" Zuko praised. "You're truly my uncle's talented protegee!"Aurelia winked and took Lina's hand. The more she looked at her, the more she liked her. Lina felt the same way—it was as if they had known each other for a long time.During her last visit to the palace, Lina didn't have proper clothes to wear and had to borrow Aurelia's gown. Now, seeing Aurelia in person, she was amazed that even in middle age,
"Why are you screaming!?" Tobias was growing increasingly irritated with her. It seemed like nothing had gone right since they got together.Gia tried hard to suppress her rage and forced a smile. "I-I just wanted to ask if you found a buyer for the two pieces of land for the building.""Forget it! I get angry just thinking about it!" He glared at her. "Aureneil Industrial doesn't want to work with me. I couldn't convince them, even after mentioning the Thompson Group!""Aureneil Industrial?" She was stunned, remembering a foreign company that had been making waves recently.However, her instincts told her that the more colorful a mushroom was, the more poisonous it could be.Moreover, the company seemed to have connections in Southern Aciatic.Every thought of Southern Aciatic reminded Gia of Lina, and her rage grew uncontrollable."I think it's a good thing they don't want to work with you!" She fumed, sitting on the couch. "What if they're frauds? What if they take the money
Tobias slapped Gia hard while she was distracted. At that moment, he lost his rationality, and the piece of land became a hot potato.He wanted to sell it secretly, take the money, and run away. He roared with bloodshot eyes and a ferocious face, "I'll destroy whoever dares to block my way to wealth!"His phone suddenly rang, and he looked at the unknown number in surprise.A gentle woman's voice spoke. "May I know if this is Mr. Chambers?"Tobias' expression softened, and his expression changed. He no longer looked like a devil."Hello... Yes, I am! May I know who this is?""I am Anna Collins, a senior assistant from Aureneil Industrial."Tobias' cunning eyes lit up. "Anna? Why are you calling?"Anna chuckled sweetly. "Are you teasing me, Mr. Chambers? Don't you know why I'm calling? What did you inquire about in the past few days?""Could it be that your superiors are interested in my land?""That's right."She continued. "Mr. Chambers, my superiors said that the Thompsons
Soon, they arrived in Jangasas.Lina felt emotional seeing the place where she grew up and the familiar scenery she knew so well—the alleys, streets, cafes, and playgrounds.Even the Jenners' old house in the alley brought back memories: the smoke in the alley, her mom's delicious food, and the explosive friendship between Mary and Melissa. It felt like a lifetime had passed since those days.Abigail exited the car with Lina, who was now in 'full armor'. They held hands and walked along the road adorned with roses.Lina chuckled. "If we keep going straight, we'll reach my university.""Do you like your school?" Abigail asked."I can only say I don't hate it," Lina replied softly. "It's a prestigious school, and my parents spent a lot of money to send me there for a better education. But it's filled with wealthy kids, and I don't really fit into their world, so...""So you didn't have many friends?" Abigail patted her arm. "I know that feeling of loneliness. I experienced somethi